Group Executive Chef Salary in the United States

How much does a Group Executive Chef make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Group Executive Chef in the United States is $90,287 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Group Executive Chef's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,476
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,118 to $100,331
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,770
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Group Executive Chef Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $100,331 $8,361 $1,929 $48
Average $90,287 $7,524 $1,736 $43
25th Percentile $81,118 $6,760 $1,560 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Group Executive Chef Salaries

A Group Executive Chef's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Group Executive Chef Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Group Executive Chef's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $86,093
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $86,508
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,475
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,581
  • Expert (over 8 years): $90,582
Levels Salary
Entry Level Group Executive Chef$86,093
Intermediate Level Group Executive Chef$86,508
Senior Level Group Executive Chef$87,475
Specialist Level Group Executive Chef$88,581
Expert Level Group Executive Chef$90,582
$86,093 0 yr
$86,508 < 2 yrs
$87,475 2-4 yrs
$88,581 5-8 yrs
$90,582 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Group Executive Chef Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Group Executive Cheves. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $99,966.
  • California: $99,586.
  • Massachusetts: $98,259.

Top Paying Cities for Group Executive Cheves

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $113,879
  • San Francisco: $112,632
  • Oakland: $110,258

What Skills Can Increase a Group Executive Chef's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 6.66% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Cost Control (Mentioned in 4.08% Job Postings): Managing and analyzing financial data in determining and reducing business expenses to increase revenue and profitability.
  • Merchandising (Mentioned in 1.32% Job Postings): In the broadest sense, merchandising is any practice which contributes to the sale of products to a retail consumer. At a retail in-store level, merchandising refers to the variety of products available for sale and the display of those products in such a way that it stimulates interest and entices customers to make a purchase. In the profession of merchandising you are either employed by the store in which you work, or by an independent distributor. As a professional merchandiser, in a retail setting, you will not only know your products(I.e. coffee, juice, soda, etc.) but you will gauge other “vendors” like products as you tend to your job. Working with the store and other merchandisers, shelf space is often given or taken as need be in some locations(for some young merchandisers this is known as “war”) In retail commerce, visual display merchandising means merchandise sales using product design, selection, packaging, pricing, and display that stimulates consumers to spend more. This includes disciplines and discounting, physical presentation of products and displays, and the decisions about which products should be presented to which customers at what time.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 6.66%
Cost Control 4.08%
Merchandising 1.32%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Group Executive Chef's salary.
  • Equipment Operation: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Managed Services: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Equipment Operation
$100,218
11%
Commitment
$98,413
9%
Managed Services
$96,607
7%
Written Communication
$96,607
7%
Initiative
$95,704
6%
Foodservice
$95,704
6%
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Group Executive Chef Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Group Executive Chef roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Group Executive Chef positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Group Executive Chef as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Group Executive Chef

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$112,858$54.025%
Internet$108,344$52.020%
Pharmaceuticals$108,344$52.020%
Energy & Utilities$106,538$51.018%
Software & Networking$103,830$50.015%

How Education impacts a Group Executive Chef's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Group Executive Cheves enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Group Executive Chef with a Associate's Degree is between $92,424 and $99,704).

Group Executive Chef Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Group Executive Chef
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.4%
High School 24.8%
Associates 45.3%
Bachelors 23.3%
Masters 4.2%
Doctorate 1.0%
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Group Executive Chef Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Group Executive Chef's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Group Executive Chef

Salaries for a Group Executive Chef can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $86,409 in 2023 to around $86,454 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Group Executive Chef salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Group Executive Chef Over Time

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2023
$86,409
2024
$86,807
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2024 $86,807
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  • One Haus

    Columbus, OH

    One Haus | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Executive Chef. Columbus, Ohio | Full-time, on-site | Opening spring 2027. Base salary $140,000 to $160,000, plus bonus. ... more

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  • One Haus

    Columbus, OH

    One Haus | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Executive Chef. Location. Columbus, OH. Relocation Assistance. Available. Compensation. $100,000-$110,000 + benefits. Emp... more

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  • The Hunter Group Associates

    Columbus, OH

    The Hunter Group Associates | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Are you best in class. We're searching for an. Executive Chef. for a prominent property located north of Columbus. All-sc... more

    4 Days Ago

  • AVI Foodsystems

    Columbus, OH

    AVI Foodsystems | Columbus, OH

    Division Executive Chef. AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic leader to fill the role of Division Executive Chef, Full-Time, supporti... more

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  • Crescent Hotels &amp; Resorts

    Columbus, OH

    Crescent Hotels &amp; Resorts | Columbus, OH

    Job Title. Maintain complete knowledge of and ensure associate compliance with all departmental/hotel policies and procedures. Interview, hire, train, reco... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Canadian Executive Search Group Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Canadian Executive Search Group (USA), a division of Arrow Workforce Solutions, is currently hiring full-time Production ... more

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FAQ about Group Executive Chef

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Group Executive Chef?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Group Executive Chef roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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